The MA & PA Railroad stretched between Baltimore at North Avenue & Howard Streets, onto Towson, through Long Green Valley into Harford County. It ended at Market Street in York, […]
What was the buzz in Harford County in 1775? Visit the Hays House as people go about their normal routine and share what they are learning about the coming revolution. […]
Join descendants of the 34 signers of the Bush Declaration and view the document on display. Enjoy cocktails, live music, and hors d’oeuvres popular in Colonial times. Meet Joyce White, […]
March 22, 2025, is the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Bush Declaration. On this day in 1775, a body of men gathered in the town of Bush in a […]
Pick up your passport at the Historical Society of Harford County or any Harford library branch and visit selected local sites connected to the Bush Declaration. Learn from docents at […]
The Hereditary Order of the Signers of the Bush Declaration (HOSBD)invites members of the public to join them for a very special Annual meeting. The setting will be the Mountain […]
Tour the Hays House and learn about life in Harford during the post-colonial days. Free event. No registration required.
Looking for the perfect gift for mom this Mother's Day? The Society will offer beautiful mixed flower arrangements of roses, carnations, and alstroemeria. The cost is just $40, and the […]
Ever wanted to experience a real-life ghost hunt? Research so far confirms that spirits are roaming the Historical Society’s halls. You are invited to join Above and Below Paranormal Investigation’s […]
Ever wonder how to learn more about the history of your property? What resources are available, and where to find them? Christiana Limniatis, a historian with Preservation Maryland, and Jacob […]
Join James Boggs, PhD. as he introduces his audience to the intricacies and history of land surveying. Dr. Boggs will share his collection of historic surveying equipment and stories of […]
On April 19, 1775, the Battle of Lexington and Concord commences. Now, just a few weeks later, the News has reached Harford County. How does the News reach the colonists? […]
On Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at the Maryland Golf and Country Clubs, HSHC will formally induct athletes, coaches and administrators into the Harford Sports Hall of Fame! Timeline 5PM-6PM: VIP […]
Step back to the Bel Air of the 1930s and 1940s with authors Thomas Guercio and Diana Guercio Prentice. Learn about the days of the Bel Air Race Track, the […]
Calling all history buffs, especially those who love delving into the Civil War. You will not want to miss joining the Sgt. Alfred B. Hilton Memorial Fund Committee for their […]
Flag Day is held each year on June 14, celebrating the adoption of the American flag design in 1777. What did America's first flag look like? Who sewed it? The […]
What is the current situation with bees? Hear a presentation on the bee population's loss and pollinators' importance. To add to the fun, take the time to visit the Hays […]
Begin July 4 with music, games, and crafts for the whole family in Bel Air's historic house. Traditionally, folks gather here to start the all-day celebrations in Bel Air. Consider […]
Just one woman's name appears on an official copy of the Declaration of Independence— Mary Katharine Goddard. In the face of British forces threatening to attack Philadelphia, the Second Continental […]
July 7 – August 1, 2025, Historical Society, 143 N. Main St., Bel Air, 10 am - 4 pm Monday- Friday The Historical Society's traveling exhibit will be on display […]
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